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Archaeological sites in Sabaragamuwa on the verge of deterioration

Several rock caves in the Sabaragamuwa province with important archaeological value are on the verge of deterioration due to human encroachment, former Director General of the Department of Archaeology, Dr. Shiran Deraniyagala said.

Some elements are said to have deliberately destroyed archaeological sites and removed artifacts.

He pointed out that much evidence and information regarding homo sapiens could be revealed through the research conducted in the rock caves of Berilena in Batadobalena, Sabaragamuwa.

He also said encroachers have removed important soil from the Gawaragiriya Manel Rock which contains important artifacts.

Some villagers seem to have mined the area for precious stones.

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